Salary: Competitive salary and package
Reporting Line: Developer Lead
Closing Date: 31st October
What to expect
As a Developer in Web and Mobile you will join us on our journey and develop and maintain the Post Office Website (HTML, CSS, and JavaScript) and the iOS / Android Mobile Travel App (React Native, TypeScript). These applications are currently developed and maintained by two separate development teams. The successful candidate will be working across both teams as and when required.
You will be working closely in an Agile Scrum Team to understand, translate, estimate and contribute towards the development and testing of features that are planned and scheduled for sprints. The role will have the opportunity to work with a talented team of developers, designers, and product managers to build high-quality products and features which add value for customer and colleagues.
This role offers you an exciting opportunity to design, build, and maintain high quality, reusable and reliable code.
What we can do for you
Now, more than ever, we understand that attracting the right talent is pivotal in driving the positive change needed throughout our organisation. Beyond a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- 25 days annual leave that increases with tenure
- Up to 10% on target bonus opportunity
- Access to Benenden Healthcare
- Generous pension contribution
- Life assurance
- Income protection after 12 months service
- Full support from our employee assistance programme and access to our employee benefits platform
- Ever-evolving learning and development opportunities
Our commitment to embracing diversity extends beyond just words. We actively foster an inclusive workplace that values the unique perspectives and contributions from all colleagues. We hold the belief that Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion are not just vital but fundamental to our success and growth. Our priority lies in shaping a business that mirrors the diverse communities we reach, truly making Post Office 'Everybody's Business'. As an equal opportunity employer, we value and celebrate the differences among our people, ensuring that our practices reflect our dedication to inclusivity and equal representation for all.
What you’ll need to succeed
You will contribute to the best possible performance, quality and responsiveness of the website and mobile applications. As a developer Support the entire development lifecycle (concept, design, test, release and support) You will have :
- Experience developing applications in a variety of languages and frameworks including Java, JavaScript, HTML, SCSS / CSS
- Experience in Mobile App Development; TypeScript, React Native, and ReactJS.
- Hold any experience of cloud-native micro-services and distributed systems would be beneficial (ideally AWS)
- Knowledge and experience of the following technologies is desirable for Web Development; JQuery, SCSS, Freemarker and YAML
- Experience and knowledge of Content Management Solutions (CMS) such as Magnolia CMS.
- Experience of a wide range of SLDC methodologies, including Waterfall, Agile Scrum, Kanban, behavioural-driven development (BDD), and continuous integration
- Have an understanding of IT security/risk
- Significant experience with documentation, workflow, and code versioning tools, such as Confluence, Jira and Git respectively.
- BSc degree in Computer Science, relevant field or equivalent
- Ability to quickly learn and lead on new languages, frameworks and architectures.
About us
Post Office is an integral part of every community, upheld by the dedication and service of our postmasters. In a world that's constantly evolving, we recognise the importance of adapting and growing. As we navigate the shifting landscapes of a digital age, our commitment to evolving is stronger than ever; without losing the essence of personal touch that defines us. Our journey forward is one of reflection, learning, and positive change.
Whilst there is much work to be done, we're looking for people ready to think differently in tackling the challenges ahead – people who possess resilience and a deep sense of responsibility towards our postmasters and the communities they serve. This mission drives us, ensuring that we remain focused on our purpose and strategic intent. If you're inspired by the prospect of making a meaningful difference and contributing to a future where Post Office can stand as a model of renewed progress and integrity, we want to hear from you. Join us on our journey in making Post Office a business that belongs to and serves everyone, shaping a new fut
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Additional pay:
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Sick pay
- Work from home
Schedule:
Work Location: Hybrid remote in London
Reference ID: 17833
